Senior Payroll Accountant

4-6 years of hands-on working experience in accounting
A mix of venture-backed and medium to large publicly listed cleantech, software or SaaS companies, and Big 4 experience is highly desired
Strong system knowledge, preferably Netsuite
You are a Critical Thinker with the ability to understand issues, proactively resolve problems and can identify process improvements and efficiencies
Attention to detail, organized and thorough with desire for continuous improvement
Ability to effectively manage critical deadlines
“Self-starter” with a can-do attitude and a serious desire to have a positive impact on our company
Strong day-to-day project management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, yet function well with independent responsibilities
BA/BS degree in Accounting

Responsible for a variety of complex month-end closing activities, journal entry preparation, account analysis, intercompany transactions, payroll analysis, account reconciliation, and month-end consolidation
Collaborate with FP&A, Payroll operations, other accounting colleagues, as well as third party service providers to execute the financial close, provide guidance and work together to improve the processes
Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead efforts to implement process changes
Operate independently for process improvements and lead efforts to implement process changes
Initiate processes and streamline existing processes for efficiency and to sustain future growth of the company
Participate in projects and initiatives related to existing or new process/implementations as needed
Complete external audit requests, tax requests as well as ad-hoc requests from other part of the organization
Support all Company initiatives as identified by management